The Roboticist: Recent Episodes
The Roboticist
Episode 13
Rescue Robotics with Dr. Robin Murphy
Dr. Robin Murphy Raytheon Professor of Computer Science and Engineering, Texas A&M
Check out this episode to learn about: • The field of rescue and robotics and the challenges it faces • The limitations of using autonomous robots in a disaster situation. • How one might enter the field of disaster robotics.
Resources/links:
faculty.cs.tamu.edu/murphy/ roboticsthroughsciencefiction.com mitpress.mit.edu/books/disaster-robotics
Summary:
Dr. Robin Murphy is the Raytheon Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at Texas A&M University, and is the director of the Humanitarian Robotics and AI laboratory. She is the co-founder of the field of disaster robotics and founder of Roboticist Without Borders, a volunteer program that provides unmanned system experts trained in emergency and equipment to agencies.
In this episode of the Roboticist, talks about the origins of the field of rescue robotics, the challenges involved with using robotics in a rescue situation, and where these devices are headed in the future.
Episode 12
Using robotic tools to automate the workforce with Rosanna Myers
Rosanna Myers CEO/Co-founder Carbon Robotics
Check out this episode to learn about: • The difficulties in creating automation in the workforce • The benefits of using robots that are intelligent and adaptable. • Tips on how to most effectively create robots for businesses.
Resources/links:
carbon.ai linkedin.com/in/rosannamyers
Summary:
Rosanna Myers is the CEO of Carbon Robotics, a firm that makes advanced robotics dramatically more accessible to help solve some of society’s more intractable problems. She has also been recognized as one of Forbes 30 Under 30.
In this episode of the Roboticist, Rosanna discusses some of the inherit difficulties for businesses to add automation to their processes.
Episode 11
Investing in Robotics with Robert Cheek
Robert Cheek Robb the Robot Guy
Check out this episode to learn about: • The types of people/organizations that may benefit from robotics investment advice • An outlook on the investment potential in robotics • How to best invest in robotics
Resources/links: robbtherobotguy.com
Summary:
Robert Cheek is the Head of Business Development at UVify and is the winner of multiple awards at CES for their racing drones, as well as a research analyst at HMC Investment Securities. He is also known as Robb the Robot Guy, a research and advisory firm that helps investors and companies make robotics investment decisions with confidence. In this episode, Robert talks about the growing opportunities for individuals and companies to invest, both materially and financially, in the field of robotics, and how to best approach investing.
Freedom through technology: Changing how kids learn with Dr. MacCalla
Dr. Johnetta MacCalla CEO, Zyrobotics
Check out this episode to learn about:
• The best time to start getting kids excited about using AI and learning STEM • How to expose kids to STEM skills at an early age. • Giving all kids, regardless of background and gender, access to technology
Resources/links:
Zyrobotics.com Codingwithtommy.com www.linkedin.com/in/johnetta-maccalla-a12311a8/
Summary
Dr. J. MacCalla is the CEO at Zyrobotics, a company whose passion is creating technology that will enhance the quality of life for children, by leveling the playing field in a child’s ability to learn. They accomplish this through a series of STEM products ranging from apps to robots.
In this episode, Dr. MacCalla shares her views on ensuring that all children are given access to the technology that sparks a kid’s interest in STEM
EPISODE 09
Machine Learning for Marketers, with Jim Sterne
Jim Sterne Author and Founder of the Marketing Analytics Summit
Check out this episode to learn about:
• The artificial intelligence tools that are available to marketers. • The best approach for a marketing team to start using machine learning. • Tips for maximizing your results with machine learning.
Resources/links: targeting.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimsterne/
Summary:
Jim Sterne is focused on the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning to marketing. He recently authored the book, “Artificial Intelligence for Marketing: Practical Applications” which deals with the role of artificial intelligence as the biggest change to marketing since the Internet.
In this episode, Jim shares some tips on how your business and marketing team can best approach incorporating artificial intelligence into your marketing plans.
EPISODE 8
Michael Horn Chief Data Officer, Huge, Inc.
Using data analysis in solving Customer Experience problems, with Michael Horn.
Check out this episode to learn about:
• Using technology to enhance the user experience • The problems in choosing which emerging user technologies to employ. • Risk factors to avoid when creating solutions
Resources/links:
Hugeinc.com magenta.as https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhorn/
Summary:
Michael Horn is the Chief Data Officer at Huge, an experience design and digital marketing agency that solves user-centric problems by employing data more effectively.
In this episode of the Roboticist, Michael discusses the roles of data analysis in the world of marketing and creating enjoyable yet effective user experiences.
EPISODE 07 Jason Walker Co-Founder & CEO, Waypoint Robotics
Creating autonomous mobile robots for Industry 4.0
Check out this episode to learn about:
• How Industry 4.0 is going to affect industry and the workforce, and how robotics fits into this emerging field • The challenges as a robotics manufacturer to get businesses to adopt autonomous robots • What can autonomous mobile robots do for businesses without a massive investment
Resources/links:
https://waypointrobotics.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonwalkerlinkedin/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWun7QcW54KCjJXkg__E86w
Summary:
Jason Walker is the co-founder and CEO of Waypoint Robotics, developers of easy-to-use industrial autonomous mobile robots. With over 15 years of experience in the robotics industry, Walker’s accolades include awards for multiple academic robotics competitions, as well as multiple patents for various robot-related technologies. In this episode of the Roboticist, Jason discusses the current trend of automation in manufacturing technologies, commonly referred to Industry 4.0, and the challenges faced by both the designers of autonomous robots, and the companies looking to adopt them.
Check out this episode to learn about:
• The questions to ask when thinking about using Artificial Intelligence • When should you start embracing AI for your business. • The first steps you should take when undertaking an AI solution.
Resources/links:
https://twitter.com/oliverchristie https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliverchristie/ https://foxymachine.com
Summary:
Oliver Christie is an Artificial Intelligence Architect, Strategist and Futurist who helps companies with adopting, developing, and building advanced technologies. Oliver was named 1 of 10 influencers driving AI in Business by CBR and is a prolific writer. In this episode of the Roboticist, Oliver discusses when and how companies should start to adopt AI within their businesses.
Peter York is a Partner at BCT Partners and leads the Data Analytics Team. He uses machine learning, statistical programming, and predictive/prescriptive analytics to create models to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of social programs for clients in the government, non-profit and corporate sectors. He has a book on the topic of evaluation for philanthropists – “Funder's Guide to Evaluation: Leveraging Evaluation to Improve Nonprofit Effectiveness”.
In this episode of the Roboticist, Peter York talks about when and how to use machine learning and data science to make better decisions regarding social problems.
Frank Casale is the founder of The Institute for Robotic Process Automation and Artificial Intelligence. IRPA AI provides expert insight, education, and networking to help buyers, providers, and advisors navigate the rapidly changing landscape of automation solutions.
In this episode of The Roboticist, Frank Casale tells us about the importance of having a good process before automating it, the organizational challenges that can come from change, and why you shouldn’t wing it, and bring in an expert, if you can.
Dr. Andrés Fortino is a thought leader, author, speaker, inventor, and educator. He’s authored eight books and 40 publications on innovation, invention, IT, higher education and entrepreneurship. Dr. Fortino is also the Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer for Autonomous Professional Development, which uses proprietary autonomous education systems to measure an individual’s professional knowledge and advise them on reaching their learning goals.
In this episode of The Roboticist we took a turn from our usual robotics, machine learning and artificial intelligence-focused discussion to focus on learning. Dr. Andrés Fortino tells us about how assessments can help create personalized learning journeys, how rapid assessments can increase learning performance and ensure quality learning, and the optimal studying formula (hint: there are no shortcuts!).
https://www.jacquette.com/joining-the-ai-conversation-with-dr-david-yakobovitch-phd/
David Yakobovitch is a data scientist, AI Fellow, and start-up advisor. He’s built 10+ start-up tech stacks and taught 2,000+ professionals data science skills. He is passionate about education, training, and mentorship at companies that need to build scalable data and business solutions.
In this episode of The Roboticist, David Yakobovitch tells us about the state of AI education, how the global community is developing AI accords, and why joining the conversation now will help you in the long run.